7 Secrets Insecure People Can’t Help But Reveal on Social Media—Psychologists Explain Why
Taking time for self-reflection and self-care can help bolster our self-esteem and reduce the need for external validation.
5) Sharing success without acknowledging the struggle
We’ve all seen those posts on social media – the ones that showcase a huge success without mentioning any of the hard work or challenges that led to it.
I’ve even been guilty of this myself, sharing a photo of a finished project without acknowledging the late nights and endless cups of coffee that went into it.
This behavior can often be linked to insecurity. We want to show the world our best selves, our successes, but we’re afraid to show the struggle, for fear it might make us look weak or incompetent.
